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consistently-advanced

|con-sist-ent-ly-ad-vanced|

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/kənˈsɪstəntli ədˈvænst/

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/kənˈsɪstəntli ədˈvɑːnst/

steady progress

Etymology
Etymology Information

'consistently' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'consistere,' where 'con-' meant 'together' and 'sistere' meant 'to stand.' 'Advanced' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'avancer,' where 'avant' meant 'before.'

Historical Evolution

'consistere' transformed into the Old French word 'consister,' and eventually became the modern English word 'consistently.' 'Avancer' transformed into the Middle English word 'avauncen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'advanced.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'consistently' meant 'standing together,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'steadily.' 'Advanced' initially meant 'to move forward,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

characterized by steady and continuous progress or development.

The company has a consistently-advanced approach to technology.

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Last updated: 2025/06/07 17:20